Day 8 completed, 19 hours into day 9
I’ve been having periods of grumpiness. I think this is because I haven’t smoked a cigarette since day 4.
Stuck with it through periods of anger.
Interestingly, my stretch marks on my stomach and lower back seem to have diminished significantly.
I thought I would be left with more stretch marks from losing so much weight, but the opposite is happening!
Nice surprise 
211Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~22% done
Day 9 completed, 20 hours into day 10
Today was a frustrating work day; made me not think about food.
The want to eat goes down every day. The taste on my tongue doesn’t.
Apparently the taste is because of dead cells on our tongues and eating food normally exfoliates our tongue. Without food, it stays there 
236Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~24.6% done
That is gross! I’ve never even thought of that. I’ve got to look into that, today.
Day 11 completed, 0 hours into day 12
Was super busy today and didn’t get a chance to post an update during day 11.
Work was hectic today with a ton of priority items before the break.
I was really honest with my boss about some organizational changes that I wasn’t happy with and got a positive response; it was great getting that off my chest.
Went to a Christmas social for my Dad’s company, the aged steak and ravioli was incredibly tempting, but I held it together. I had a bunch of great conversations and felt like I made a good impression. Feeling really good about that.
Overall, a pretty great day 
264Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~27.5% completed
More than a quarter of the way there
Sooo…
You’re pushing right thru Christmas? Am I reading this right!?!?
Day 11 completed, 18 hours into day 12
Done with work for the day, gotta keep myself busy now
282Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~29.4% completed
Yeah that’s the plan.
I’m Hindu, so Christmas isn’t a big deal for me, New Years will be the big one.
However my family knows what I’m doing, so it’s just more pushing.
Day 12 completed, 13 hours into day 13
I’ve been having cravings for cheetos and trolli worms since last night.
I can’t believe this has been my greatest craving so far.
301Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~31.4% completed
Cravings are brutal!!! Hang in there! It’s it true that Cravings don’t last long?
Day 13 completed, 19 hours into day 14
No cravings today, but without work, I’m just trying to keep myself busy.
Came to my parents house for the week. The smells are though to get over.
331Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~34.5% completed
More than a third of the way there
Yeah, the cravings don’t really last long, but they can be intense.
I’ve been wearing my Fitbit and my heart rate tends to jump 30-50bpm when I have cravings.
If I start giving myself excuses to stop, then they last much longer.
Day 14 completed, 20 hours into day 15
Parents had people over for my grandfather’s death anniversary.
Lots of my favorite foods that I just had to stay away from.
Honestly wasn’t too tough, but I’m definitely getting grouchy about it.
356Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~37% done
Day 15 completed, 19 hours into day 16
Nothing eventful today, just chilled on the couch.
Finding things to do is the toughest part of this.
The not eating isn’t bothering me physically, but I found a soup place near me for my re-feed and that’s got me excited.
379Hrs out of 960 completed : ~39.5% done
Do you have anyone to enjoy the refeed with, or are you basically on your own?
Day 16 completed, 18 hours into day 17
Watched some TV and slept a bunch today.
The smell of curry is so enticing, I can’t wait until I can eat meat and rice again.
402Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~41.9% completed
More than 2 fifths of the way there
Pretty much on my own here
That said, I found a great place specializing in soups less than a 10 minute drive from me, so that’s going to help a ton!
Day 17 completed, 20 hours into day 18
Took a nap this afternoon and dreamt of having chinese takeout.
Really craving spring rolls.
428Hrs out of 960Hrs completed : ~44.6% completed
Day 18 completed, 18 hours into day 19
Just thinking about food. Taste on tongue is especially annoying today.
The taste on my tongue is absolutely the worst part of this experience.
450Hrs our of 960Hrs completed : ~46.9% completed
This is absolutely incredible 
. I’ve never known a person like you. I want to test your blood, muscle tissue, hair, fingernails… so much is happening to you, it’s going to be like a metamorphosis.
I’ve done a 30 day fast once. The taste in your mouth is horrible, I also did a 14 day fast a few months later. Then got pregnant shortly after. Easiest pregnancy in the entire world. And labor was a cake walk until the very very end. Extended fasting is very much worth it. I wish you the best and congratulations so far!